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Blood cancer information

Clear, reliable information for people living with blood cancer and their family members, friends, and health professionals.

Types of blood cancer

Understanding your blood and bone marrow function

There are over 120 different types of blood cancer. The Leukaemia Foundation supports people impacted by all blood cancers. Find out the blood cancers and disorders the Leukaemia Foundation supports.

Here you find information on all types of blood cancers (including leukaemia/leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma), as well as information relevant to the blood cancer journey from diagnosis, to treatment, and beyond. There’s also information for carers and friends, and healthcare professionals, along with supportive resources for LGBTQIA+ people, information for First Nations peoples and resources for culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) people.

  • Carers and friends

    From adjusting to becoming a carer, to resources and everyday tips, we’ve answered your questions about caring for a loved one.

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  • For healthcare professionals

    The Leukaemia Foundation provides a range of resources and services to support people with blood cancer and the healthcare professionals who provide their care. Our…

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  • Patient Optimal Care Pathways

    When you or someone you care for is diagnosed with blood cancer, you want to make sure you’ve got all the information you need – but…

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